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This week Spotlight is all about Steven Spielberg’s thrilling big screen return, revenge and binge-worthy winter holiday treats.
What happens when humanity is forced to confront one of its greatest mysteries? We find out in the epic, gripping sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day. From the blockbuster master who brought us E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Jaws, Saving Private Ryan and more, the revered award-winning filmmaker Spielberg returns to the big screen, with extraterrestrial life forms threatening to change humanity forever. Starring Emily Blunt, Josh O’Connor, Colman Domingo, Colin Firth and Eve Hewson, plus a musical score delight from John Williams, described as his best yet. At cinemas.
Love, power, secrets and betrayal all come to a head in the local super-telenovela, The Polygamist. Based on the acclaimed novel by Sue Nyathi, the 22-episode series follows self-made businessman Jonasi Gomora when the women in his life expose the man behind the power. Starring S’dumo Mtshali, Gugu Gumede and Kenneth Nkosi, this series streaming on Netflix brings plenty of plot twists, heartbreak and explosive drama. Don’t miss Collette Prince’s interview with some of the cast this week.
As South Africa celebrates Youth Month, we’re also celebrating the future of African storytelling. The Soweto Film Market continues to open doors for emerging filmmakers, writers and creatives, helping fresh voices shape the stories of tomorrow. The initiative continues to champion the next generation of emerging local storytellers, creating opportunities for young filmmakers to showcase their talent on a local and global stage. The 50th anniversary of June 16 will be commemorated with a special screening of Uprize!, by acclaimed award-winning filmmaker Sifiso Khanyile, at the Hector Pieterson Memorial and Apartheid Museum. It will be accompanied by a panel discussion with Dr Jerry Mofokeng, Lasizwe Dambuza, Salamina Mosese and more to reflect and celebrate the progress of our democratic journey.
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